Mercedes-Benz recall: To achieve an improvement in the emissions via software updates
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
The fix
Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLS | 1 Jun 2012 | 30 Nov 2017 | 25,647 |
| GLE | 1 Jun 2012 | 30 Nov 2017 | 25,647 |
| CLS | 1 Jun 2012 | 30 Nov 2017 | 25,647 |
| S-class | 1 Jun 2012 | 30 Nov 2017 | 25,647 |
| E-class | 1 Jun 2012 | 30 Nov 2017 | 25,647 |
| Gle Coupe | 1 Jun 2012 | 30 Nov 2017 | 25,647 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 6 September 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.